LINGERIE INSIDER: “The Secret Only A Strapless Bra Can Reveal“
Think you know your true bra size? There’s only one foolproof way to find out, and it might surprise you to hear it involves the much-maligned strapless bra. Sound a bit counter intuitive, especially given the prevalence of strapless fashion disasters? Here’s why it makes perfect sense. READ MORE… Read More
I met Tara Cavoise two years ago in a Starbucks halfway between her home in Albany and my office in Westchester, NY. She had called me to engage my opinion about a business she was developing for an innovative shapewear product. I was highly skeptical. After all, at the time shapewear companies were coming out of the woodwork with a myriad of claims about the next best thing in in … Read More
It’s not my style, but I am running late this week. I moved yesterday for the 4th time in the past 14 months, but that’s another story for another column. This time I thought the process would be easy since we are less than one mile from our previous abode. I figured I did not have to pack everything perfectly and could make mini trips leaving the big “stuff” … Read More
Frederika Zappe is considered to be one of the foremost bra fitting specialists in the Intimate Apparel industry. I met her last week to learn more about the Fitting School she directs at Curve for Eveden brands and within hours, I felt as if I had a new friend. She is the consummate communicator, with a passion for her avocation that is contagious. In minutes, I was showing her my … Read More
My sister, Beth, is a terrific person and a great friend. We grew up in the same house but we are nothing alike. I tend to roam the edge looking at rainbows; she likes to stay on course preferring the pragmatic path. Several months ago I took her bra shopping. Try as I might, there was no convincing her to buy a lacy European bra, which she did admire for … Read More
AN INTIMATE VISION: “Paris Je T’Aime ~ Midsummer Dream”
I have been in love with Paris as long as I can remember. Being here is a wish come true, and in July the city, minus a few locals, is as spellbinding as ever. The trade fairs are over, but while stepping away from the trend forums, why leave the city? The month is bookmarked by two quintessentially French events, steeped … Read More
It is HOT in New York. Long, languid, sultry days have left us wilting in their wake. It feels like jungle stew and there hasn’t been much relief. If we have to live in this torrid climate, a little provocative nighttime diversion would be nice. Leave it to Betsey Johnson to design a summer sleepwear collection replete with exotic animals, tropical gardens and breezy light fabrics to provide a creative … Read More